1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 336 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Aerostar | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Aerostar | 924 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
